When designing your bathroom, selecting the right basin for your vanity is an important decision. Not only does it impact the overall aesthetics and vanity choice, but it also affects functionality and daily convenience. Let’s explore two popular basin types: above-counter basins and under-mount basins, weighing their pros and cons. Whether you’re renovating your ensuite or updating the family bathroom, let’s dive into the details. Above-Counter Basins (Vessel Sinks) Pros Stylish Design: Above-counter basins come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, allowing for endless design po ..read more

What type of drain is best for your shower? When it comes to bathroom design, the devil is often in the details. What type of drain is best for your shower is not the most glamorous topic, but it’s a crucial consideration that can impact both aesthetics and functionality. In bathrooms, the choice between linear/channel drains and standard square drains has gained prominence due to their distinct advantages and disadvantages. Let’s dive into the pros and cons of each, their compliance with Australian standards, and how to factor them into your bathroom design. Linear/Channel Drains: Aesth ..read more

Your guide to a flawless renovation for family home! Bathrooms are an important space within the family home. Bathrooms, when executed correctly, can be extremely functional, inviting, open and spacious as well as offering tranquility and luxury. They are also becoming more and more customised and personalised to suit your style. So, why invest tens of thousands of dollars into a bathroom renovation, and almost walk into it blindfolded? Why not allocate a small portion of those funds to 2D & 3D bathroom designs? We chatted to Belinda at Decoris Bathrooms who is a strong advocate of inve ..read more

Locally-made Custom Poly or Timber Vanities by the team at Just In Place. A custom poly or solid hardwood vanity from ‘Just In Place’ shows quality and craftsmanship, lifting the wow factor in your bathroom or ensuite! A custom vanity also offers you the opportunity to design and configure the perfect vanity for your needs. Don’t be scared to use timber in the bathroom; not only does it look amazing with its warmth and texture but it is also very practical. Add a stone top to the top of the vanity and you have extra protection from little people! Key considerations for the design of your ..read more

How to improve the health of your home Carbon monoxide, pet dander, VOC’s (volatile organic compounds) mould spores,…these are only a few of the particles that can end up trapped in your home without proper ventilation. We chatted to the experts from Xchange Air about the different types of home ventilation available to make your home more comfortable and what the pro’s / con’s are on each. What are the main benefits of a home ventilation system? A home ventilation system can improve the quality of the air you and your family breathe through circulation and filtration. Here are som ..read more

Do you need extra storage? After a clean sleek aesthetic? One of the decisions you need to make when designing your bathroom is if you would like a shaving cabinet above your vanity or a bathroom mirror.  And it can be a hard decision!  All those gorgeous photos on Instagram of sleek round mirrors or striking recessed timber shaving cabinets. It can seem like a daunting decision and it’s a question we see come up in our Facebook Community Group as we all bounce ideas off each other. So what do you need to consider when selecting either a shaving cabinet or a bathroom mirror? How d ..read more

Selecting the best tile for bathroom walls seems like a daunting challenge with so many colour and style options to consider. You probably have ideas about how you want your dream bathroom to look but need guidance on ways to bring it all together. Vivid Bathrooms in Sydney is an industry leader in luxury bathroom construction and design. They are specialists and assist with your entire project from floor to ceiling. Wall tiles are an essential part of your bathroom scheme and here are their top tips on how to choose the best tile for your bathroom walls. 1. Select Your Favourite Pattern ..read more

Been busy dreaming of your renovation during lockdown?  Maybe you’ve been dreaming of that perfect new kitchen or bathroom, or perhaps an extension to your home that you’ve been planning for years? The Covid-19 pandemic has most certainly made renovations difficult for homeowners and investors alike. But as they are beginning to lift, now is the perfect time to get inspired and get your project on the road. We chat to the team at Gallery Living for their advice on how to make those dreams a reality as Sydney starts to open up. Get Dreaming! Now is the time to start gatherin ..read more

Updated December 2021I think we are all looking forward to a break this Christmas after the year that was 2021!  If you have a few weeks off work why not make the most of this time to fit in some easy DIY projects to improve your home? There are always little things that you can tackle yourself. We’ve spoken to our experts and put together a list of easy DIY home renovation projects for over the summer holidays. Small improvements can really make a big impact, and you can spruce your house up beautifully to launch 2022 in the right way. Plus, us Renovating Mums love the added feel-good v ..read more

Bathrooms with personality that take us on a journey and meet the needs of all family members. One of our fabulous Renovating Mums FB group members has been transforming her 60’s home in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Her and her family have been slowly updating and renovating the home to suit their lifestyle. The kitchen and back / front yards were the first to be tackled, and now after a few years the very outdated bathrooms and laundry had become very desperate!! We caught up to find out all about her recent renovation of her main bathroom, ensuite and power room >>> DOWNLOAD REN ..read more